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Welcome to the OSU Leadership Center Website

The OSU Leadership Center is led by a group of professionals dedicated to providing leadership-centered education and research to individuals, organizations and communities.  We provide high-quality, practical programs to build and strengthen leadership capacities. 

Created in 1990, the center is located on the Columbus campus of The Ohio State University and is a part of the Departments of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership and OSU Extension.  Our mission is to provide research-based resources and high quality practical programs to build and strengthen leadership capacities that make a positive difference in the lives of Ohio's citizens.

Quotes of the Day

“ Leadership happens at every level of the organization and no one can shirk this responsibility. ”

- Jerry Junkins -

“ The man who is prepared has his battle half,fought. ”

- Cervantes -

“ The purpose of life is to matter,to count, to stand for something, to have it make some difference that we lived at all. ”

- Leo Rosten -

“ Maintaining a complicated life is a great way to avoid changing it. ”

- Elaine St. James -

“ If you don't thnk every day is a good day, just try missing one. ”

- Cavett Robert -

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Testimonials

“ This was absolutely fantastic.  The presentation inspired and energized me, as did the presenter.  Thank you for all that you have done!  We will definitely benefit. ”

Workshop Participant

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“ The What Will it Be Today? Conflict, Compete or Collaborate workshop focus was on me, and what I can do to change how I act in conflict situations. I gained greater understanding that I can not change the way others act... ”

Vicki Schwartz

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“ Beth Flynn cares deeply about your leadership skills. There is no better guide for your learning journey. ”

Jim Canterucci, ELCircle

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“ A good friend introduced me to Leadership Moments years ago as a young professional. Through my bouncing around and eventually climbing the corporate ladder of success, Leadership Moments provided insights and... ”

Robert E. Jones

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“ Leadership Minutes are used monthly with staff training in Orleans Parish.  I have also incorporated it into various leader training with local community groups.  Thanks for making them available! ”

Beth Gambel, Orleans Parish 4-H Coordinator

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Our Blog

Engage for Impact

By: Beth Flynn, Tuesday, June 18th, 2019

CEOs who Engage for Impact:

High Performers

By: Beth Flynn, Tuesday, June 11th, 2019
  • “High performers are more successful than their peers, yet they are less stressed.
  • High performers love challenges and are more confident they will achieve their goals despite adversity.
  • High performers are healthier than their peers.
  • High performers are happy.
  • High performers are admired.
  • High performers get better grades and reach high positions of success.
  • High performers work passionately regardless of traditional rewards.
  • High performers are assertive (for the right reasons).

The Ten Most Important Traits of High Performance Teams

By: Beth Flynn, Tuesday, June 04th, 2019